Chinese Rice Paper Painting of Seated Court Lady with Fan, Signed

Chinese watercolor and gouache painting on rice paper depicting a graceful court lady seated in a garden landscape beneath a flowering tree. The figure wears flowing pale pink robes decorated with floral motifs and holds an elegant folding fan. The composition incorporates traditional elements of Chinese literati painting, including expressive ink brushwork, rocky outcroppings, and foliage. The work is signed with calligraphy and bears a red seal mark, enhancing its decorative and collectible appeal. Executed on textured rice paper with natural mottling that complements the antique aesthetic.
Measure 20"in H x 7 1/2"in W not frame

Condition: Fair vintage condition with significant age-related wear. The rice paper displays extensive foxing, staining, discoloration, and scattered spotting throughout. Visible fold lines and panel-like creases are present across the composition, along with areas of surface wear, waviness, and handling marks. Minor losses, abrasions, and fading are consistent with age. The signature and seal remain visible, and the artwork retains strong decorative character despite condition issues. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the condition description.

Condition

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